Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris sits down with David Mayster, owner of Maester Heating and Air in Seattle. David shares his remarkable journey from Ukraine to building a thriving HVAC business, overcoming personal struggles, and learning the hard truths about running a profitable company. This episode is packed with insights for business owners—especially those in the trades—who want to get their pricing right, build a strong team, and scale their business while staying true to their values.
Highlights:
"If you know how to work, America will reward you for that."
"A standardized offer is one of the best things that I could get for you."
"Numbers don’t lie. People do."
"If the company makes a lot of money, we can provide you a lot of opportunity."
Timestamps:
0:00:00 – Introduction & David’s Background
0:06:09 – Starting Maester Heating and Air
0:10:13 – David’s Personal Transformation
0:19:38 – The Power of Money and Business Purpose
0:21:45 – Partnership Challenges and Lessons
0:28:36 – Pricing Strategy and Gross Margin Goals
0:36:11 – Sales Negotiation and Standardization
0:49:19 – Reviewing the Numbers: Revenue and Gross Profit
1:01:23 – Marketing Spend and Customer Acquisition
1:14:22 – Action Items: Standardizing Offers and Scaling Up
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, host Chris sits down with Alex Hormozi, founder of Acquisition.com, to dive deep into the mindset, strategies, and lessons behind building and scaling successful businesses. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business owner, or aspiring operator looking to level up, this episode is packed with actionable insights on growth, investment, and the realities of the entrepreneurial journey.
Highlights:
“I just enjoy playing the game… I know I would do it if it didn’t make money.”
“At some point you have to expand… I was just in a pond, and everyone else was going after an ocean.”
“If I’m afraid to take a risk now, I’ll never be able to take a risk later.”
“You have to provide value—make them an offer so good they feel stupid saying no.”
“This is the point where most people quit, and that’s why they don’t quit.”
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
02:55 – The Obsession with Business: Playing the Game
04:48 – Transition from Gym Launch to Acquisition.com
09:08 – Defining Moments: Leaving Corporate for Entrepreneurship
12:45 – The Hardest Decision: Disappointing Family to Follow Your Path
21:03 – How to Work for Free and Actually Add Value
33:13 – What Acquisition.com Looks for in Investments
36:47 – Identifying Founders with Big Visions
45:54 – The Discipline to Say No: Focusing on the One Thing
1:04:49 – Advice for Tough Times: Why You Shouldn’t Quit
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship and family life. Daryl Kelly is joined by his daughter Evelyn Kelly for an honest conversation about growing up in an entrepreneurial household, balancing ambition with family connection, and the lessons learned along the way. This episode is for parents chasing big goals without losing touch with what matters most, and for kids witnessing the journey up close.
Highlights:
"Being an entrepreneur isn't just about building a business. It's about carrying the weight of providing while trying to be present at home."
"Success isn't just one thing, it's a million things combined."
"I just want to be able to have whatever, keep my choices open."
"The reason I want people to be at my house is to see that I'm not chasing money, but I'm building a family."
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:33 – Evelyn’s Unique Path: Graduating High School and College Early
02:37 – Realizing Dad Was Different: The Entrepreneurial Mindset
05:01 – Quality Over Quantity: Making Family Time Count
10:31 – The Impact of Absence: When Dad Was Away
16:10 – Childhood Hardships: Seeing the Ups and Downs
19:14 – Redefining Success: More Than Money
22:36 – What Drives Evelyn: Going 100% in Everything
28:55 – High School Side Hustle: Building a Dance Business
40:46 – Family as the Why: Building a Legacy Beyond Wealth
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris Lee takes us on a candid journey through his entrepreneurial highs and lows, sharing the real story behind building Sol Gen Power and the lessons learned along the way. If you’re an entrepreneur, founder, or anyone interested in the realities of building and scaling a business—especially in the trades or home service space—this episode is for you!
Highlights:
“Throughout my life, I’ve had a very divisive personality. It’s either you love me or you friggin hate me.”
“There’s not a playbook for doing it. You’re literally just learning as you go, until you get slapped on the hand, and then you change your behavior.”
“The goal isn’t to produce the fruit. The goal is to become the tree that has the ability to continue to produce the fruit.”
“Life was meant to be hard, but when it’s hard with a positive mindset, it becomes bearable and joyful.”
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:19 Various Business Ventures and Experiences
04:56 Transition to Employment and Learning from Entrepreneurs
8:57 Vivint Solar and IPO Experience
25:48 Starting Sol Gen Power and Early Challenges
32:59 Growth and Expansion of Sol Gen Power
Building a Strong Team and Culture
42: 28 Overcoming Financial and Operational Challenges
57:11 Expansion and Acquisition
58:44 Personal Reflections and Future Plans
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris shares the raw, unfiltered story of his first major business failure, the lessons learned from bankruptcy, and how he rebuilt his career and mindset. If you’re an entrepreneur, operator, or anyone in the trades or home service space looking for real, tactical advice and inspiration, this episode is for you.
Highlights:
“Take everything you believe are going to be your expenses and at least double it, sometimes triple it.”
“There is almost always a way out… Go ask for help. Quit being prideful.”
“Do what you’re physically able to do, not what you’re mentally able to do.”
“The best flattery you could ever give me is something that I 100% know that I did, and it was amazing.”
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:34 - Challenges and Mistakes in Early Business
09:55 - Changing the Approach
16:06 Handling “Dead Partners”
19:36 - Impact of the 2008 Economic Crash
24:02 - Rebuilding and Learning from Failures
30:26 - Competing in the Sales Seminar
34:33 - Winning the Sales Competition
47:50 - Lessons Learned and Future Plans
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Welcome to a New Episode of Next Level Pros! Today, Chris Lee shares his powerful origin story. From humble beginnings in a small town to early business ventures, overcoming personal challenges, and finding his true path in entrepreneurship. Originally recorded for his first podcast, “The Founder Podcast,” this replay dives deep into Chris’s childhood, his work ethic shaped by necessity, how he found confidence through Cutco sales, and the pivotal decision to walk away from medical school and build something on his own.
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Highlights:"Sales is the root of every successful business. Learn it or lose.""Diabetes didn’t define me. It disciplined me.""I was making $65,000 in three months while my dad worked all year for that.""You don’t need to be the quarterback to win the championship."
Timestamps:
00:00 – Why This Episode Matters
00:38 – Meet Chris Lee: Early Retirement & Entrepreneurial Lessons
02:00 – Growing Up in Connell, Washington
05:10 – Childhood Jobs & Early Financial Discipline
08:10 – Discovering Sales Through Cutco at 18
13:00 – Lessons from Sports & Being Benched
18:00 – Diabetes Diagnosis & Life-Changing Identity Shift
21:00 – Serving a Mission & Developing Deeper Resilience
27:11 – Marriage, Fatherhood & That First $65K Summer
31:30 – Pivoting from Medicine to Entrepreneurship
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! Today, we sit down with Victor Rancour, a powerhouse in the trades and HVAC industry who scaled from scratch to multi-million dollar success in just a few years. In this episode, Victor breaks down the exact moves he makes when acquiring new businesses, the systems he installs for profitability, and the sales processes that drive results. If you're an entrepreneur, business owner, or sales professional looking to dominate your market and build a real machine, this episode is for you.
Highlights:
"If you decide to do something and you put your all into it, you can have an opportunity."
"You have to recruit the sales guy. If you want to start winning, you got to get one from that big company."
"If you can't get customers, you're not going to attract me and Chris ain't working for you."
"Implement AI, know your numbers. Let's go."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
01:06 - Breaking Into HVAC: The Craigslist Ad That Changed Everything
04:03 - Learning the Business: From Sales to General Manager
08:12 - Marketing in 2025: Hand-to-Hand Combat and Direct Mail
12:11 - The Power of Follow-Up: Building a Rehash Strategy with RP1
15:19 - Pricing Models: 65% Gross Margin and Sliding Scale Commissions
19:38 - Acquiring Businesses: The First Three Things Victor Changes
22:12 - Sales Training: Four to Five Days a Week for Consistency
28:53 - Leading with Financing: Making High-Ticket Sales Accessible
44:29 - Upcoming Event: Victor’s Sales Training in Ohio & Final Advice
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris reveals three powerful strategies to 3x your revenue in the HVAC and trades industry. Whether you’re a business owner, manager, or sales leader in home services, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you scale your business, avoid common pitfalls, and close more deals with confidence.
Highlights:
“Customers do not buy products. They buy solutions.”
“Do not, I repeat, DO NOT train your technicians to go and do this work.”
“A confused buyer does not buy.”
“A no is still a decision. And a maybe, no matter how you convince yourself, is a freaking maybe.”
Timestamps:00:00 Introduction
02:25 Sales Process Separation and Technician vs. Salesperson Roles
05:34 Limiting Sales Options and the Louis Vuitton Approach
06:54 The Louis Vuitton Approach
09:25 Eliminating Quotes and Adopting Yes or No Decisions
10:54 Understanding the Decisions Clients Make
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, we dive into the journey of joining a startup from humble beginnings, the power of a clear mission and vision, and how culture can shape both personal and organizational success. This episode is perfect for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone seeking inspiration to build or join a purpose-driven team.
Highlights:
"He who has the bigger vision will always win."
"If people come to you for money, they will leave you for money."
"Culture eats strategy for breakfast."
"Most people overestimate what they can do in one year and underestimate how much they can accomplish in five."
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:01 First Impressions and Interview Experience
05:09 Starting at the Company and Initial Challenges
09:22 Growth and Success of the Solar Company
11:53 Building a Five-Year Roadmap
14:34 Adapting to Different Roles
17:33 The Importance of Clear Communication
18:50 Final Thoughts on Mission and Vision
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris interviews Aaron Cooper from Sameday.ai, exploring how AI is transforming customer service and sales in home service businesses. Perfect for entrepreneurs, trade business owners, and tech-curious professionals looking to understand the future of customer interactions and business efficiency.
Highlights:
"If you're not using AI to rewrite your copy now, you're missing out."
"The AI can close at rates in the 90s for HVAC, plumbing, and electric services."
"We're training AI to be the best closer."
"AI never has a bad day, never struggles with work ethic."
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:57 AI's Impact on Marketing and Content Creation
07:44 Consumer Fears About Talking to AI
11:27 AI Voice Nuances and Realistic Interactions
14:39 Overcoming Customer Objections with AI
16:27 Replacing vs. Supplementing Human Customer Service
19:29 AI Handling Difficult Customer Interactions
21:51 Smart Dispatching and Technician Allocation
25:08 The True Cost of Underperforming Customer Service
28:07 Sameday.ai's Growth and Industry Impact
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Welcome to Next Level Pros! In this explosive episode, we dive deep into the public feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump, uncovering critical lessons about leadership, ego management, and healthy communication. Whether you're a business owner, team leader, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode will transform how you handle disagreements and build high-trust organizational cultures.
Highlights:
"Your ego is the guard dog that's been with you since you were two or three years old, and its self-appointed job is to make you feel safe."
"Check your egos at the door."
"To the degree that you are passionate about something, to that same degree you tend to be attached to it."
"Real leaders understand how to work with both strengths and weaknesses."
Timestamps:
00:00 Elon Musk and Donald Trump's Feud: Initial Context and Reactions
02:27 Handling Disagreements in Leadership
05:07 The Role of Ego in Leadership
12:46 Building a Culture of Trust and Conflict Resolution
Practical Strategies for Managing Ego and Conflict
13:18 The Impact of Ego on Organizational Dynamics
17:28 The Role of Passion and Attachment in Leadership
23:11 The Importance of Preemptive Communication in Leadership
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! Today, we’re diving into how Google's new AI video platform, VEO 3, is flipping the script for small business marketing and production. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the cost or complexity of creating video content, this episode is for you. Learn how AI is making full-scale video production accessible — and how it could literally save your business millions. This one’s for small business owners, digital marketers, content creators, and anyone looking to scale using AI without a massive team or Hollywood budget.
Highlights:
“You can produce a Hollywood style commercial in a matter of what, 30 minutes?
“You’re a freaking influencer.”
“If you’re not using AI, see you later.”
“This is the gold rush of the early 2000s… now’s your time to shine, baby.”
Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
00:53 – Google's New Ecosystem
02:19 – Community Use Case
04:32 – Cost Comparison
08:20 – The Business Bottleneck
09:34 – AI Without Being On Camera
10:30 – Scaling with AI vs. Teams
11:53 – Strategy Over Automation
14:59 – The 1% Opportunity
18:17 – Free Resources & Next Steps
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence and its game-changing impact on home service professionals. Whether you're a business owner, technician, or entrepreneur in the trades, this episode will reveal how AI can be your biggest opportunity or your biggest threat.
Highlight:
"AI will teach you about AI"
"Don't be scared of AI. Utilize AI, learn AI"
"The positions that are going to exist are people managing AI agents"
"If you do not become an exceptional talent, you will face the need for a career change"
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction: AI in Home Services
00:28 How AI is Changing the Game for Professionals
03:00 Practical AI Tools for Business Owners
05:49 Wearable AI and Employee Interaction Tracking
07:01 Creating an "Immortal" Digital Version of Yourself
10:01 How to Start Using ChatGPT Effectively
12:29 Voice Conversations with AI
13:25 AI Voice and Text Bots for Customer Service
14:45 Ethical Considerations of AI Job Replacement
17:13 Closing Call to Action: Embrace AI or Get Left Behind
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! Today’s episode is a powerhouse roundtable featuring Ismael Valdez and Dustin Van Orman, two giants in the trades game who have each scaled service businesses to over $100 million in revenue. They join Chris and the team to talk about the real impact of private equity in the trades, the myths, the opportunities, and how the right mindset and sales driven culture can launch your business from $2M to $100M+. If you’ve been skeptical, or scared about private equity, this episode might just change your mind.
Highlights:
“AI won’t replace the trades. People still want humans in their homes.”
“The loudest voices attract the most labor.”
“We don’t have an information problem. We have an accountability problem.”
“You’re not selling out. You’re building up.”
Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome & Introductions
03:12 From Zero to $108M: Ismael’s Growth Story
08:30 The Private Equity Boom in Trades
13:10 Tackling the Labor Shortage
19:45 California vs. Washington: Tough Markets, Big Upsides
26:30 Sales-Driven Culture: The Real Growth Lever
32:58 How to Attract Top Sales Talent
39:15 Picking the Right Coach (and Avoiding Scams)
45:00 The Power of Accountability & Coaching
51:25 What Drives These Founders Today
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this engaging discussion, Chris Lee and Trent Lowenstein share the turnaround story of Amber's podiatry clinics in Portland, Oregon. Designed for medical practitioners struggling with profitability and business owners looking to scale efficiently, this episode provides actionable insights to transform your practice from running in the red to flourishing in the black. Learn how Amber went from a net operating income of negative $144,000 to a positive $23,000 in just a few months by joining the Next Level community, focusing on key metrics, and implementing strategic marketing initiatives. Discover the importance of staff accountability, the power of knowing and tracking key metrics, and how to effectively budget your marketing spend to fill up your practice’s calendar.
Highlights:
“Previously none of our employees knew what it meant to be successful.”
“When you can measure something, you can control it. Before, there was no visibility—now we know our break-even, our gross margin, our average revenue per visit. That’s when it gets fun.”
“It’s scary to spend money on marketing when you’ve been in desperation mode. But the opportunity cost of not spending is bigger.”
“Nobody loves your business like you do. Everyone else gets paid, and the entrepreneur goes home wondering how they’re going to make payroll. That’s why alignment and incentive structures are so important—so your team starts pushing the wagon with you.”
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
02:25 Turning Point: Joining the Community
04:40 April's Success and Key Implementations
08:50 Clinic Capacity and Staffing Issues
14:24 Compensation Structures and Recruitment
31:38 Marketing Strategies and Cost of Acquisition
37:16 Addressing Marketing Concerns and Repeat Business
40:16 Opportunity Cost and Scaling the Business
49:44 Improving Front Desk Operations and Employee Incentives
59:06 Exploring Marketing Channels and Strategies
01:03:20 Conclusion
Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this high-energy workshop, solar industry expert Chris Lee breaks down the critical strategies for building a profitable solar business. Designed for solar entrepreneurs, sales professionals, and installation company owners struggling with low margins and industry challenges, this episode provides a roadmap to transform your solar business from surviving to thriving.
Highlights:
"There's no such thing as lazy people. Only unclear people."
"Competition is only the pain that you are solving."
"Customers do not buy because of price, and reps do not work for you because of commission."
"I would much rather recruit a C player and train them up to be a B player."
Timestamps:
00:00 Industry Introduction: Solar's Current Challenges
09:50 Attracting Top Talent Through Clear Vision
13:58 Why the "Red Line" Model Destroys Businesses
20:30 The Importance of Prioritizing Company Health
22:58 Breaking Down Revenue and Margin Structures
25:22 W2 vs 1099: Building a Valuable Organization
28:02 Motivating Sales Reps Beyond Commission
29:01 The Fallacy of High Commission Rates
30:16 Recruiting and Developing Sales Talent
35:00 Leveraging AI and Technology in Business
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! Today, get ready to learn about surviving (and thriving) during economic chaos. Chris, Daryl, and Levi break down how to overcome fear, get creative with your business, and turn a potential recession into your personal comeback story. They'll show you why getting uncomfortable might just be the best thing for your business right now.
Highlights:
"What would I do if I had no fear?"
"Your experiences are a reflection of your internal thoughts, beliefs and emotions, not your external circumstances."
"Most businesses are run by older people, but there's a lot of opportunity for younger people with ambition."
"52% of Fortune 500 companies were started in a recession."
Timestamps:
0:00:00 Recession Alert: Economic Challenges Ahead
0:01:33 Changing Strategies When Old Methods Fail
0:04:03 Recession-Proofing Your Mind
0:08:35 Opportunities Born from Economic Shifts
0:10:27 Overcoming Ego in Business Challenges
0:14:16 Transparent Leadership During Tough Times
0:19:47 Finding Strategic Partnerships for Survival
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris and Daryl dive deep into the public partnership fallout between Grant Cardone and Gary Brecca, using their dramatic split as a masterclass in how to (and how NOT to) manage business partnerships.
Highlights:
"Having a partner is hard, but there's nothing more rewarding than an incredible partnership."
"The faster you can address hard things, the better."
"A healthy relationship requires trust, and the ability to conflict."
"Equity only gives you your portion of distributions, it does not guarantee a job."
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Partnership Drama
03:23 Transforming Partnerships: When Business Changes Rapidly
05:53 Communication Strategies: Resolving Disagreements
11:42 Partnership Lessons: What Works and What Doesn't
16:31 Decision-Making Superpowers in Partnerships
21:52 The 618 Three-Year Partnership Method
23:21 Equity vs. Job: Understanding Ownership Dynamics
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, sales expert Chris Lee breaks down the critical sales technique of transforming the common objection "I need to think about it" into a successful close. Through a detailed role-play demonstration, Chris reveals psychological strategies to help potential clients make decisive decisions while building trust and understanding.
Highlights:
"Maybes don't make the world go round."
"Being decisive has really served me well."
"There is not a concern in the world that can't be overcome."
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: The Phrase That Kills Deals
01:45 - Exploring Client's Fear and Hesitation
04:06 - Understanding Decision-Making Motivations
05:32 - The Value of Being Decisive
07:34 - Authenticity in Sales Conversations
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Welcome to a new episode of Next Level Pros! In this episode, Chris, Daryl and Levi discuss the principle of taking decisive action and addressing pain now versus later. They explore insights from Alex Hormozi about business growth, commitment, and the power of making quick, focused decisions that can transform both personal and professional life.
Highlights:
"The most successful people that I know are decisive; the moment they measure out the information, they make a decision, they move forward."
"If you're hesitating, all you're doing is prolonging pain, prolonging suffering."
"There's so much power in just being decisive."
"If you make a bad decision, and you're decisive in that decision, your ability to make other decisions to get out of it is a lot easier."
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:52 Business Pain: Different Strategies for Different Ventures
05:00 Avoiding Revenue Generation: Common Entrepreneurial Pitfalls
10:00 The Power of Being Decisive: Transforming Business Mindset
15:00 Pivoting During COVID: Staying Decisive Under Pressure
17:22 Alex Hormozi's Mastermind Revelation
19:44 Partnership Dynamics: Supporting Decisiveness
20:46 The Importance of Having Hard Conversations
21:52 Overcoming Mental Barriers
25:00 Conclusion
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